Deashawn Turner, a 21-year-old African American male from Evanston, IL, was fatally shot on July 25, 2020. The incident occurred just after midnight in the 2200 block of Emerson Street. Turner was inside a residence when he was shot multiple times in the chest and arm. Despite being rushed to NorthShore University Hospital, he succumbed to his injuries shortly after arrival.
The initial investigation revealed that a male suspect, seen wearing light-colored clothing, fled the scene immediately after the shooting.
The tragic death of Deashawn Turner was part of a violent weekend in Evanston, which saw multiple shootings. Less than 40 hours after Turner's death, another man, Andrew Williams, was shot and killed in what police believe was a retaliatory attack. Williams, a 29-year-old African American male, was gunned down outside his home by two masked assailants. The proximity of the two incidents and the nature of the shootings led investigators to suspect a connection, possibly involving rival gang activities.
In the aftermath of these events, three men were charged in connection with the shootings. Ronald Green, 23, Tyree Hooper, 22, and Terrence Hooper, 23, were each charged with first-degree murder. The charges were related to the shooting of Andrew Williams, but detectives were also investigating whether these individuals had any involvement in Turner's death. The suspects were held without bail, and their court proceedings were scheduled to continue in Skokie.
The investigation into Deashawn Turner's murder remains ongoing, with authorities exploring various leads and motives. The Evanston police, along with a suburban homicide task force, have been diligently working to uncover the circumstances surrounding the shootings. The community has been urged to come forward with any information that could assist in solving these cases and bringing justice to the victims and their families.
